1968
More people began visiting Starlight, IN to pick their own produce.

1970
Huber’s Orchard began to diversify. Additional fruit crops such as strawberries and pumpkins were planted.

1975
Huber’s planted Christmas trees.

1976-78
Huber’s Orchard applied for a winery permit and license. Renovated the old Dairy Barn into a winery.

1978
The Winery opened and the first wine was produced. Huber’s Strawberry Wine was produced from Huber’s home-grown strawberries.

1979
The Wine Cellar was built and the first vines were planted. They included Aurora, Seyval Blanc, Vidal, Chelois, Concord, and Catawba.

1980-90
Management focused on building the business to support future generations. Huber’s strategy began to focus on family entertainment activities. Huber’s continued to diversify by opening a cheese factory, an ice cream shop, and a petting zoo.

1995
School tours began of Huber’s apples and pumpkins.

1998
Carl and Gerald passed management to their sons Greg and Ted who continued to focus on growth opportunities. Huber’s 1200 person banquet facility, Plantation Hall, was built.

1999
Ted and Greg explored the possibility of opening Indiana’s first Distillery.